The CAE Engineer will support the research, development, validation, and optimization of advanced automotive safety systems, including airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels, and related occupant protection technologies.
Responsibilities
Develop high-quality 3D finite element (FE) models of restraint system components and subsystems using HyperMesh and other commercial pre-processing tools.
Perform CAE simulations and analyses to support the design, development, and validation of automotive safety products (Airbag deployment, seatbelt systems, steering wheels, structural integrity, occupant restraint performance).
Correlate CAE models with physical test results and recommend design improvements.
Analyze component and system-level test data, high-speed video, and test reports.
Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE), parameter studies, and optimization analyses.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Crashworthiness, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
Shield AI is seeking a Sr. Structural Analyst to support the analysis and testing of advanced UAVs, focusing on the structural integrity of lightweight, high-performance aircraft.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Assist in building and refining finite element models (FEM) to evaluate the structural performance of UAV components.
Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses to assess stress, deformation, and durability.
Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results, ensuring accuracy and structural reliability.
Work with design engineers to optimize airframe structures, balancing weight, strength, and manufacturability.
Support the development of test plans for structural validation, including quasi-static, vibration, and shock testing.
Conduct research in theoretical and computational solid mechanics, develop advanced computational models, integrate AI/ML techniques, and collaborate across ORNL disciplines.
Responsibilities
Conduct research in theoretical and computational solid mechanics, including constitutive modeling, fracture and damage mechanics, and nonlinear material behavior.
Develop and apply mesoscale, multiscale, discrete, and finite element models for heterogeneous materials and structural systems.
Develop coupled multiphysics models incorporating mechanical, thermal, transport, and environmental effects on material degradation and long-term performance.
Implement and extend computational models using multiphysics finite-element frameworks such as MOOSE and discrete/mesoscale approaches such as the Lattice Discrete Particle Model (LDPM).
Apply computational mechanics to evaluate structural performance, design margins, and the significance of construction deviations in civil and nuclear infrastructure.
Requirements
PhD in Civil Engineering
PhD in Mechanical Engineering
PhD in Engineering Mechanics
PhD in Materials Engineering
Nice to have: computational fracture and damage mechanics
Lead and refine structural analysis, design, and detailing tasks in critical infrastructure applications, develop and run finite element models, assess structural vulnerability, and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
Compensation
The rate for this position generally is $100,000 - $120,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York.
Responsibilities
Lead and refine structural analysis, design, and detailing tasks in critical infrastructure applications
Develop, run, and postprocess finite element models to investigate structural behavior
Assess structural vulnerability to extreme loads and help develop engineering solutions
Drive the quality of deliverables by organizing information clearly, reviewing junior engineer’s work, and tailoring output to project scope and contractor needs
Prepare clear technical deliverables, including calculations, reports, drawings, data visualizations, and presentations
Requirements
Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Structural Analyst supporting NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II contract, performing stress analysis, finite element modeling, and reporting.
Responsibilities
Support structural analysis tasks for NASA/JSC customer
Review and understand structural requirements on Flight Hardware, Ground Support Equipment, and Test Support Equipment
Use stress analysis experience to perform classical hand calculations and determine margins of safety
Create finite element models using PATRAN, FEMAP, or MSC/MARC
Apply loads and boundary conditions to finite element models and post-process results
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering
Nice to have: previous experience performing structural analysis on NASA spaceflight hardware
Nice to have: previous experience using the finite element analysis tools listed
Build specialist capability in storage tank integrity and fitness-for-service assessment supporting Australian project teams while working remotely from the Philippines.
Responsibilities
Deliver asset integrity, fitness-for-service and remaining-life assessments for above-ground storage tanks and related infrastructure.
Develop axisymmetric finite element models in Strand7, applying approved inputs, modelling methods and acceptance criteria.
Turn design, inspection, operating and condition data into clear, traceable calculations, models and technical reports.
Support the assessment of corrosion, cracking, fatigue, distortion and other service-related degradation.
Strengthen technical quality by identifying data gaps, documenting assumptions and uncertainties, completing self-checks and incorporating review feedback accurately.
Requirements
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Lead cross‑functional engineering efforts to meet delivery and producibility targets for Pratt & Whitney’s commercial and military products.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.
Responsibilities
Support engine production by executing and overseeing day‑to‑day activities, driving proactive producibility improvement efforts, supporting critical quality issues, supplier transitions, and Class 2 engineering changes.
Perform structural assessments via hand calculations and finite element modeling using engineering standard work, analytical tools, and engineering judgment with limited supervision.
Support team development by providing technical mentorship; this includes hands‑on technical guidance and review of structural analysis, promoting a culture of safety and best practices.
Work along and mentor outsourced engineers to maintain high quality of deliverables.
Support proactive technical efforts to improve the producibility of cold‑section hardware.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
Advanced degree in Engineering (preferred)
Nice to have: Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering
Nice to have: manufacturing‑focused engineering experience within aerospace or mechanical domains
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